Dr. Robert Hart Vascular Neurologist, Hamilton Health Sciences Professor of Medicine, McMaster University Michael DeGroote Endowed Chair in Stroke Research Relocated to to HHS/McMaster University in September 2011 from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio Listed among Texas Super Doctors 2008-2011, Best Doctors in America (1992-2011) and America s Top Doctors (2000-2011) Focused on investigator-initiated stroke research activities and clinical trials through collaborations at the Population Health Research Institute
Dr. Salim Yusuf Vice President, Research, HHS Executive Director, PHRI Professor of Medicine, McMaster University Graduate of St. John's Medical College, Bangalore, India and a Rhodes Scholar Cardiologist, epidemiologist and renowned researcher in cardiovascular diseases and prevention Ranked second most-cited researcher in the world in 2011 Collaborates with investigators from 1500 centers in 78 countries, and has led one of the world s largest studies involving 52 countries
Duane Vaughn Clinical Trial Coordinator Bay Area Research Logistics Supports the activities and services required to perform clinical trial packaging and distribution Directs and trains packaging personnel in the preparation & handling of study materials to ensure that operations adhere to environmental, health, and safety standards Graduate of McMaster University s Bachelor of Commerce program and Mohawk College s Pharmacy Technician program
Yayra Amenudzie Registered Nurse Hematology, Juravinski Hospital & Cancer Centre Immigrated to Canada from Togo, West Africa as a high school student Graduate of McMaster University s BScN program Received support from HHS Internationally Educated Nurse/English as a Second Language (IEN/ESL) Nurse Integration Project Continues to participate in the IEN/ESL project as a mentor to new nurses
Greg Mitton Biomedical Technologist Juravinski Hospital & Cancer Centre Graduate of Mohawk College s Electronic Engineering & Instrumentation Engineering programs Ensures that function of medical equipment meets highest quality standards through preventative maintenance and repair Equipment specialties include: anesthetic machines, bedside monitors, IV pumps, PacMed (pharmaceutical dispensing unit), pacemakers & defibrillators
Jennifer Laughton Executive Director, Philanthropy Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation 18 years experience as a senior fundraiser executive with a number of leading institutions Responsible for providing leadership planning & implementing fundraising programs and activities for Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation Holds a Bachelor of Arts & Science (Honours) from the University of Toronto A member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and Association for Healthcare Philanthropy, and an active community volunteer
Kelly Ann Scott Environmental Aide, Customer Support Services Juravinski Hospital & Cancer Centre Dedicated to maintaining cleanliness of the patient environment Provides support to clinical staff and assists patients with basic needs Active member of the Customer Support Services FISH Net committee for quality & service improvement Contributor to the Customer Support Services monthly newsletter
Louise Taylor Green Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Strategy Has held executive leadership roles in aviation and hospitality, retail banking, and wealth management Holds Certified Human Resources Practitioner (CHRP) and Senior Human Resources Professional (SHRP) designations, among other specialty certifications Graduate of McMaster University s Human Resource Management diploma program and Athabasca University s Executive MBA program Elected director of the Ontario Human Resources Professionals Association
Geoff Van Ginkel Volunteer Hamilton General Hospital Began volunteering at HHS in 1991 as a Grade 9 student Chair of the Hamilton Health Sciences volunteer council & mentor to new volunteers Has served in the Canadian Forces for 17 years, and completed a tour in Afghanistan in 2006 Received the Queen s Jubilee award for exemplary military service in October 2012
One of the greatest things about volunteering in health care is having a sense of accomplishment in helping other people. Being an RN in Hamilton means being a part of the exciting changes happening in health care in our community. I m grateful to be part of the vibrant research community here in Hamilton.
Total annual budget: $1.2 million Largest employer in South Central Ontario with more than 10,000 employees Annual payroll: $700 million 20% increase in number of employees over last decade Hires in 2006/07: 525 Hires in 2011/12: 633
Research Capital Redevelopment Last five years: $600 million Next 5-10 years: $700-800 million Ranked #1 in Canada and #7 in world for research impact (2011) People 10,000+ employees 1,600+ physicians 1,500+ volunteers